Agent in Training

About the role

As a Sales Agent Trainee / Protege with Farmers Insurance Group, you will train with the corporate office and work with an experienced and successful insurance agent in the Twin Cities to learn insurance, marketing, and sales.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients over the phone or in person to educate them on insurance products including home, auto, commercial, life, and more to sell and manage your client book of business, worth cash value.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule, base pay, uncapped new business commissions, renewal commissions plus bonuses!
• Develop and implement sales strategies to generate new business opportunities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients to assess their insurance needs.
• Prepare and present insurance proposals to clients, policy changes, claims, and other customer inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Stay updated on insurance industry trends, products, and regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve sales targets and agency goals.
• Participate in training programs to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.

Requirements

• Sales experience, preferred.
• Current property, casualty, life or health license preferred, not required. Must be able to obtain license within 60 days of starting, paid for by Farmers Insurance Group.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and insurance-related software.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Sales experience, preferred.
• Current property, casualty, life or health license preferred, not required. Must be able to obtain license within 60 days of starting, paid for by Farmers Insurance Group.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and insurance-related software.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

Benefits

• Base pay, plus uncapped commissions, renewal commissions and bonus opportunities, estimated first year income is $45,000 +
• Award-Winning University of Farmers Training Program, sharpen your business skills through hands-on training, guest speakers, workshops, and real-world scenarios to prepare you for agency ownership. 1-on-1 Business Planning with industry professionals.
• Complementary Insurance Licensure - Property, Casualty, Life and Health.
• Career advancement opportunities within the agency and Farmers Insurance network
• Work to own your Agency within one year, and client book of business, with cash value!

Pay

Salary Range: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Schedule

This is a Monday-Friday position, where you will manage your own schedule with some evenings or weekends as required.

Location

Minneapolis, MN, 55401, US

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Category

Sales

Establishment Date

February 1st, 2023

Team North Star

The Farmers Insurance - Team North Star District Office proudly supports 35+ agents and their team members all throughout the Minneapolis - Saint Paul Metro area. Built on a foundation of structured support, collaborative leadership, and unwavering dedication, we take immense pride in the success of every agent and team members.

Why Join Team North Star?

• 1-on-1 Mentorship: Get personalized coaching from experienced Agents and District Staff who are invested in your growth.
• Complementary Licensing: We cover the cost of your Property, Casualty, Life, and Health licensing courses to help you get started with confidence.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a combination of base salary, commissions, renewals, sign-on bonuses, and new agent incentives.
• Flexible Work Environment: Benefit from flexible scheduling, paid time off, holidays, and health work-life balance.
• Full Support to Launch: We provide leads, equipment, and all the tools you need to hit the ground running.